LOOKING AT NEXT YEAR'S CUTS: While still steeped in the current year's revenue slashing, Manatee officials begin pondering what to cut next year, the Bradenton Herald reports. Duval leaders look at a new high school schedule that would save millions -- and reduce graduation requirements, the Florida Times-Union reports.

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Gradebook features education articles and insights on schools in Florida, focusing on Tampa Bay area schools. What's the latest from the Florida Department of Education? How is the FCAT being used to compare Florida schools? What's going on in Tampa Bay schools? Get an insider's view from the Times education reporting team.